Building permits · Jun 2026
Delaware Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Delaware from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 667 units authorized in Jun 2026, 6,369 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 553 | 82.9% |
| 2-unit structures | 2 | 0.3% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 112 | 16.8% |
| All units | 667 | 100% |
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Delaware building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Delaware?+
667 new residential housing units were authorized in Delaware in Jun 2026, and 6,369 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Delaware?+
In Jun 2026, Delaware permitted units were up 8.1% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 6,369 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
17.1% of Delaware's Jun 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 82.9% were single-family.